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AV12 JBE

2012 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,661 mi
Last recorded94,661 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 JBE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 94,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 91,274 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 87,405 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 83,194 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 79,859 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 75,206 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 71,601 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 66,731 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 60,880 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 54,111 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 46,408 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 46,408 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working inner (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 35,511 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Mar 2015 35,511 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Kia Rio?

Based on 1,637,344 MOT tests across 141,212 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,503
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
141,212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,517
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,703
position lamp(s) not working 14,100
Registration plate lamp not working 12,829
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AV12 JBE is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 57,620 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV12 JBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV12 JBE registered?

AV12 JBE is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is AV12 JBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 JBE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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